KAZAKHSTAN

Kargaly Gorge Horseback Tour

Horseback tour in Kargaly Gorge among the apple and apricot orchards in the foothills of Ile Alatau mountains with panoramic view to the Almaty city.

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Horseback tour in Kargaly Gorge among the famous apple and apricot orchards in the foothills of Ile Alatau mountains with stunning panoramic views to the Almaty city and snowcapped peaks, assisted by an experienced instructor and guide who will take you through the beautiful trails and talk about local attractions, culture and the role of horses in the life of Nomads. You will have two 1,5-hour horse-riding sessions with tea break in between and pleasant barbecue lunch after coming back to the stables.

The horse-riding complex is located near Karagaily village, 40-minute drive from the city center, what makes it easily accessible and attractive for citizens and guests of Almaty city.

All year round
5 hours
beginner, intermediate
Ile Alatau
1500 — 1900 m.a.s.l.
Almaty

THE ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE

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Trail Highlights

Feel yourself like real nomads by exploring the outdoors on horseback.
Horse-riding healing effect.
Communicating with wonderful and smart animal like a horse.
Exploring the foothills of amazingly beautiful Ile Alatau mountains.
Admiring stunning panoramic view of Almaty city and Kargaly Gorge.
Acquaintance with Kazakh culture, its customs and traditions.
Enjoying the taste of national countryside dishes.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE:

Day 1

08:20 – meeting the guide at your place, transfer to Kargaly gorge.
09:00 – arrival to the start point, preparation and meeting with horses. Short instructions from the guide about safety, features of the route and order of movement in the group.
09:30 – start moving along the route by ground hilly road among the apple gardens. You will make a circle around the gardens and see the most beautiful sceneries with view of Almaty city and Kargaly gorge.
11:00 – coming back to the stable, tea break.
11:40 – second 1,5-hour horse-riding session.
13:10 – coming back to the stables, barbecue.
14:30 – transfer back to the city.
15:10 – arrival to the city.

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PRICE LIST:

350 EUR per one person
200 EUR per person for the group of 2
150 EUR per person for the group of 3-5
130 EUR per person for the group of 6-10

NECESSARY GEAR AND CLOTHING:

Personal clothing and accessories:

– Stretch long pants or leggings;
– T-shirt or light shirt with long sleeve;
– Neck warmer;
– Hiking or other shoes with high lacing or leather high boots;
– Membrane or other water and wind resistant jacket;
– Raincoat poncho;
– Extra softshell warm jacket;
– High thermal socks;
– Beanie, cap or panama;
– Leather or other gloves for horse-riding;
– Sunglasses;
– Sunscreen;
– Water bottle.

Food:

– individual snacks (muesli, protein, chocolate of other bars, dry fruits and nuts, special mount nutrition and etc.)
– soft drinks or alcohol

Services included in the package:

1. Return transfer from Almaty.
2. English-speaking horseback trail Guide.
3. Horse breeder services.
4. All admissions and environmental fees.
5. Meals: lunch
6. Three-hour horse-riding session with tea break.
7. Horse-riding equipment: helmet and gaiters.
8. Drinking water.